Melinda Daugherty

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melinda Daugherty — Greek
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melinda Daugherty is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Melinda is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Melinda is a feminine given name. The modern name Melinda is a combination of "Mel" with the suffix "-inda". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "dark, black" in Greek, or from Melina meaning "sweet like honey" or from Melissa (μέλισσα) meaning "honeybee" in Greek. It is also associated with the Greek word meli, meaning "honey", and with Linda, from "lind" meaning "gentle, soft, tender" in the Germanic languages. The typical English pronunciation of Melinda is . In Hungarian, the stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmɛlindɒ]. The surname Daugherty: People with the surname Amira Daugherty, American rapper and singer Billy Joe Daugherty (1952-2009), American founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center Brad Daugherty, American basketball player Brad Daugherty, professional poker player Chris Daugherty, American construction worker and reality television personality Derri Daugherty, American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer Duffy Daugherty, American football coach George Daugherty, American-born conductor and music director Gordon Daugherty, American computer scientist Harry M. Melinda is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 146K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Melinda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Melinda

Greek

Melinda is a feminine given name. The modern name Melinda is a combination of "Mel" with the suffix "-inda". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "dark, black" in Greek, or from Melina meaning "sweet like honey" or from Melissa (μέλισσα) meaning "honeybee" in Greek. It is also associated with the Greek word meli, meaning "honey", and with Linda, from "lind" meaning "gentle, soft, tender" in the Germanic languages. The typical English pronunciation of Melinda is . In Hungarian, the stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmɛlindɒ].

Surname: Daugherty

English

People with the surname Amira Daugherty, American rapper and singer Billy Joe Daugherty (1952-2009), American founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center Brad Daugherty, American basketball player Brad Daugherty, professional poker player Chris Daugherty, American construction worker and reality television personality Derri Daugherty, American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer Duffy Daugherty, American football coach George Daugherty, American-born conductor and music director Gordon Daugherty, American computer scientist Harry M.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Melinda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Melinda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Melinda Daugherty

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melinda Daugherty:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Melinda?
The first name Melinda originates from Greek. Melinda is a feminine given name. The modern name Melinda is a combination of "Mel" with the suffix "-inda". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "dark, black" in Greek, or from Melina meaning "sweet like honey" or from Melissa (μέλισσα) meaning "honeybee" in Greek. It is also associated with the Greek word meli, meaning "honey", and with Linda, from "lind" meaning "gentle, soft, tender" in the Germanic languages. The typical English pronunciation of Melinda is . In Hungarian, the stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmɛlindɒ].
When was Melinda most popular?
The name Melinda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Daugherty?
The surname Daugherty originates from English. People with the surname Amira Daugherty, American rapper and singer Billy Joe Daugherty (1952-2009), American founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center Brad Daugherty, American basketball player Brad Daugherty, professional poker player Chris Daugherty, American construction worker and reality television personality Derri Daugherty, American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer Duffy Daugherty, American football coach George Daugherty, American-born conductor and music director Gordon Daugherty, American computer scientist Harry M.
What are the origins of the name Melinda Daugherty?
The name Melinda Daugherty combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Daugherty originates from English.
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